Data Center Technician

TEKsystems; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

TEKsystems seeks experienced Data Center Technicians for an onsite Sparks, NV contract role. You will diagnose and repair enterprise server hardware, perform Level 2 break/fix, and support large-scale hardware deployments in a high-availability environment.

You’ll rack, stack, cable, and configure servers, IPs, and access credentials while collaborating with engineering and operations teams to maintain uptime and reliability. On-site work in Sparks, NV is required.

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting enterprise server hardware.
• Proven Level 2 break/fix experience in data centers or infrastructure environments.
• Experience diagnosing hardware issues independently and identifying root causes.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve server hardware issues independently.
• Perform true Level 2 break/fix support and root cause analysis.
• Replace and install components including power supplies, memory, SSDs, CPUs, GPUs, and other critical hardware.
• Execute firmware updates and server hardware upgrades.
• Rack, stack, cable, and deploy servers and networking equipment.
• Support large-scale hardware installations and expansion projects.
• Configure server settings, IP addresses, and access credentials.
• Install and troubleshoot copper and fiber cabling infrastructure.
• Support day-to-day operations within a high-availability environment.

Skills

Level 2 troubleshooting

Server hardware

Data center operations

Job description

Data Center Technician Onsite Location: Sparks, Nevada Build the Infrastructure Powering Tomorrow's Technology

Are you currently supporting data centers through an integrator, deployment partner, infrastructure services company, OEM, or technology contractor? This could be the next step in your career.

We are seeking experienced *Data Center Technicians* to support one of the most advanced technology environments in the industry. You'll work alongside highly skilled operations and engineering teams responsible for building, deploying, maintaining, and troubleshooting next-generation server infrastructure that powers cutting-edge technologies.

This is an opportunity to join a globally recognized technology leader known for innovation, world-class culture, and shaping the future of artificial intelligence, advanced computing, cloud technologies, and modern manufacturing.

Whether you've worked directly in a data center or supported large-scale deployments through a systems integrator, hardware manufacturer, deployment vendor, or infrastructure services provider, your experience is highly relevant.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Support technology that is helping shape the future of AI, cloud computing, and advanced manufacturing.
• Work with one of the world's most innovative and respected technology organizations.
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge server infrastructure and large-scale computing environments.
• Join a team focused on technical excellence, continuous learning, and career growth.
• Long-term opportunity supporting major infrastructure initiatives.

Ideal Backgrounds

We're particularly interested in candidates with experience from:

• Systems Integrators
• Server & Hardware Manufacturers
• Data Center Deployment Teams
• Infrastructure Services Providers
• Technology Field Service Organizations
• Smart Hands Providers
• Network Infrastructure Contractors
• Colocation Facilities
• Enterprise IT Infrastructure Teams
• Critical Facilities and Commissioning Organizations

If you've spent your career installing, deploying, upgrading, troubleshooting, or repairing servers and infrastructure equipment in customer environments, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Advanced Hardware Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and resolve server hardware issues independently.
• Perform true Level 2 break/fix support and root cause analysis.
• Replace and install components including power supplies, memory, SSDs, CPUs, GPUs, and other critical hardware.
• Execute firmware updates and server hardware upgrades.

Infrastructure Deployment & Installation

• Rack, stack, cable, and deploy servers and networking equipment.
• Support large-scale hardware installations and expansion projects.
• Configure server settings, IP addresses, and access credentials.
• Install and troubleshoot copper and fiber cabling infrastructure.

Data Center Operations

• Support day-to-day operations within a high-availability environment.
• Replace damaged cables, optics, and hardware components.
• Assist with infrastructure growth, refreshes, and modernization efforts.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to maintain reliability and uptime.

Required Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting enterprise server hardware.
• Proven Level 2 break/fix experience in data centers or infrastructure environments.
• Experience diagnosing hardware issues independently and identifying root causes.
• Hands-on experience replacing server components such as CPUs, memory, storage, power supplies, and GPUs.
• Experience racking, stacking, cabling, and deploying enterprise equipment.
• Strong understanding of data center hardware and infrastructure best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large-scale server deployments and refresh projects.
• Experience working for a systems integrator, deployment vendor, OEM, infrastructure services company, or enterprise technology organization.
• Experience supporting high-performance computing, cloud, manufacturing, or enterprise environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.

Experience Level

Intermediate (Level II)

Location

Sparks, NV (100% Onsite)

Additional Requirements

• Candidates must demonstrate true Level 2 troubleshooting and break/fix experience.
• This position is not focused on basic remote-hands support. Successful candidates must be capable of independently diagnosing and resolving hardware issues.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sparks, NV.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

Benefits include the following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sparks, NV.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.